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Eryn L.

Babysitter

Kalamazoo, MI

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$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I started babysitting when I was about 13 years old, which is around eight years of experience for me. I always went with my mom babysitting and then my mom passed on my name to some of her clients once I was old enough. I started by babysitting a special needs child when she was around 5 years old and she is now 16. I drove her...
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Looking To Learn & Leading With Kindness

Kalamazoo, MI

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$14/hr
Hello, I'm Sydney! I have experience caring for children and am looking to expand my skills in caring for those with special needs. In high school I spent time assisting peers with special needs in a classroom setting through our peer to peer program; I am eager to develop my skills through more formal training so that I can...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hey, I'm Grace! I have 6 years of experience. I can help with crafts, homework and carpooling. I'm a Musical Theatre Performance major and American Sign Language Studies minor at Western Michigan University. I am also pursuing a degree in Special Education. I've been teaching dance to young kids for 8 years and have extensive...
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Eager And Excited!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Madison. I'm currently 22-years old. I have been nannying children including: infant, toddler and up for many years now and I couldn't love it more! I have taken a course in Certified Nursing Assistant, and also have experience with children who have Special Needs. I also worked at a camp for two years with...
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Dorr, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Erika and I would love to get to know you and your family! I have been surrounded by kids my whole life. My mom had an in-home daycare all throughout my childhood, I am an experienced nanny/babysitter, have worked in a preschool, and have most recently worked as a social worker at an elementary school working with...
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Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Chloe, and I would love to help with your families childcare needs. With my passion for working with kiddos along with my 8 years of extensive childcare experience, I could be a wonderful addition to your village. Some of my experience includes working in a kindergarten classroom, working in a preschool setting,...
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Here To Help

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I recently worked in a group home for adults with mental disabilities which exposed me to many different diagnoses and ways of living. I love getting to know people and share interests, time, space, whatever is needed of me. I know it can be difficult to navigate a neurotypical world from my own experiences and I'm passionate...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Alisha and I live in Oakland, CA. I was born and raised in Kalamazoo, MI. I obtained my degree from Western Michigan University in 2012 in Elementary Education with minors in Early Childhood Education, Language Arts, and Social Studies. I have my Michigan teaching credential and currently in the process of...
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Weeknight And Weekend Help

Kalamazoo, MI

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$24/hr
6 years experience
I am a neurodivergent caregiver specializing in caring for others with special needs. I have over 15 years of childcare experience with several children with SPD//ADHD/ASD and mental health challenges.
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Reliable Caregiver For Your Children

Mattawan, MI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Deanna. I am first aid and CPR certified. I have experience both babysitting and daycare. I am also authorized to give medications should your child need it. I have worked with special needs individuals. I can meal prep and tidy up while you're busy away! I have 4 years of Nanny experience, primarily with...
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Great Nanny And Loves Cleaning!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$21/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I started working for my mother at her in home daycare as soon as I could and started babysitting for families date nights as young as 12 years old at their homes. I then went on to babysit several families a week for a few years in high school. Once I graduated I found a family in my neighborhood that needed a nanny, and I...
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Experienced Caregiver Available Full-time

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
10 years experience
I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide for 25 years. In my years of working for a licensed medical agency, I have cared for many individuals, from infants to the elderly, and with various handicaps and disabilities.
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The Perfect Sitter For You

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have five younger siblings and I've always helped my parents raise them. I play with them for hours on end and they consider me one of their favorite people in the world. I would bake with them, make crafts, play outside, and host many barbie talent shows. I also have helped in my step mom's preschool classroom many times...
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Highly Experienced

Wayland, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello there! My name is Aubrey and I am a 24-year-old girl who has a deep passion for caring of children and pets. I grew up the oldest of 7 children, 2 of which are twins, and one who is special needs. I feel like my calling is to be a nanny due to the many year's experience I have with my own siblings. I used to babysit on...
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Grand Junction, MI

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$16/hr
Hello! My name is Kaiden. Special needs available to take good care of. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.
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Gretchen J.-educator & Friend!

Kalamazoo, MI

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a long-term substitute teacher, with nearly 25 years of experience in the public school system, both in typical & special needs classrooms. In addition, I have a masters degree in therapeutic horsemanship, & have a lesson program with my two lovely & gentle horses. I am very creative, love to do anything outdoors, & find...
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Part-time Caregiver

Kalamazoo, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
Hi, I am Lucy and I'm 19. I have worked with kids with developmental delays and other special needs for about a year and am very passionate about what I do. I am a sophomore with a special Education major at Western University. I have a very big heart for kids and people with special needs and I feel as if it is my calling to...
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Wayland, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
I am a full time para pro returning to school in the fall, looking for some summer work! I work with elementary age children who have are cognitively and emotionally impaired as well as those on the autism spectrum. I also used to periodically babysit for a girl with special needs, but she was highly functional on her own. I...
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Babysitter

Kalamazoo, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Claire and I would love to babysit your kids! I am a first year graduate student at WMU. I graduated from MSU with a bachelor's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders in 2024. I have had a significant amount of experience working with children in my life including babysitting, nannying (4 years),...
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Dedicated Special Education Teacher | Helping Individuals Thrive. Available PT During Summer.

Dorr, MI

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I am a dedicated special education teacher with extensive experience working with individuals with autism and cognitive impairments. With many years of experience supporting children and adults of all abilities, I am passionate about helping individuals develop essential life skills in a supportive and...

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